Gerson, Preston, Klein, Lips, Eisenberg & Gelb

Trading as Gerson Preston, the Florida firm of Gerson, Preston, Klein, Lips, Eisenberg & Gelb practices as an independent public accountant. It says it has provided financial guidance since 1959 and describes itself as a large firm that has kept the feel of its boutique beginnings. The firm says it has international connections, which it uses to serve clients with complex operations, and it states that it is one of the largest independent public accounting firms in the state.

Audit, attestation and advisory for stakeholders

The firm provides independent audit and attestation services for a client's stakeholders, lenders and investors. Its advisory work is aimed at strategies that improve business performance and reduce risk. The firm presents these services as a way for clients to address current challenges while preparing for future opportunities.

Tax advice for domestic and cross-border matters

The tax practice covers United States and international tax, offering domestic and cross-border advice as well as regulatory compliance. The firm says the tax environment is one of constant change and growing complexity, with tax authorities increasing their enforcement, and it argues that clients need advice that keeps pace with changes in tax codes and new regulations.

Real estate and construction in South Florida

The firm describes real estate and construction as one of its largest industry sectors, and says it is a market leader for those industries in South Florida. Its clients in this sector include property owners, investors, developers, management companies, construction contractors and vendors. The firm says it has served some of the best-known real estate and construction businesses in the region, a claim it makes about its own client list.

Estate planning for individuals and families

For individuals the firm offers personal planning, including estate planning. One example it gives is an inheritor's trust, which allows a person to give heirs the option of creating that trust under an estate plan. Personal planning sits beside the firm's business work, so the same practice advises both.

Research and commentary on tax changes

The firm publishes commentary on tax topics. Its articles have covered the deduction for home office expenses for people who work from home, the tax treatment of business vehicles, whether a gift tax return must be filed, and the rules for the child tax credit. These pieces show the firm's effort to explain changes to the public and to its clients, and they are offered as a guide to how the rules apply.

Team and firm culture

The firm says its people are capable, motivated and committed to client service and to continuing professional development. Its site describes a firm that aims to be an independent one, focused on its people and clients, with a collaborative culture. The firm has more than 70 accounting and business professionals on its team.